Matthew Costello
About Matthew Costello
Matthew Costello is the Cofounder and CEO of Voyager Portal, where he has worked since 2018. He has a background in international business and extensive experience in the maritime industry, having held various roles at Stolt-Nielsen Limited and participated in industry discussions and conferences.
Work at Voyager
Matthew Costello serves as the Cofounder and CEO of Voyager Portal, a position he has held since 2018. Under his leadership, Voyager Portal has focused on optimizing shipping operations and demurrage management for bulk commodity shipping. Costello has played a key role in assisting charterers in predicting and optimizing their shipping costs, contributing to the company's growth and innovation in the maritime sector.
Previous Experience in Maritime Industry
Before founding Voyager Portal, Costello worked at Stolt-Nielsen Limited in various roles from 2011 to 2016. He started as a Shipbroker in the Chartering - Tanker Trading department in Singapore, then progressed to Senior Broker and later served as Tradelane Manager in the Rotterdam Area. His experience in managing operations and demurrage for bulk commodities has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of the maritime industry.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Costello holds a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from IMD, which he completed in 2017. He also earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a focus on International Business, Finance, and Economics from the University of Technology Sydney. Additionally, he completed his Higher School Certificate (HSC) at SHORE. His educational background supports his expertise in business management and international trade.
International Work Experience
Costello has a diverse international work experience, having worked in multiple countries including Singapore, the Netherlands, and the United States. This global exposure has equipped him with a unique perspective on international business practices and market dynamics, enhancing his ability to navigate complex shipping and trading environments.
Industry Engagement and Speaking Engagements
Matthew Costello has been actively engaged in the maritime industry beyond his roles at Voyager Portal and Stolt-Nielsen Limited. He was profiled by Techstars Energy and participated in the 2021 Project Cargo Summit, where he discussed major risks and costs in the Project and Break Bulk segments. Additionally, he spoke at the Rice Alliance’s 2020 Energy Tech Venture Day and was interviewed about the maritime industry for South by Southwest 2021.